University of Chicago

Chicago, IL • private • III | University Athletic Association

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Overview

Institution Type

private

Campus Setting

Urban

Student Population

Undergrad: 8,949 • Total: 21,145

Academic Calendar

Quarter

Address

5801 South Ellis Avenue
Chicago, IL
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Website

uchicago.edu

Region

Midwest

Carnegie Classification

R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 4,740 (53.0%) • Female: 4,209 (47.0%)

Race/Ethnicity Distribution

Asian	1,531	17.1%
Black/African American	549	6.1%
Hispanic/Latino	1,370	15.3%
White	2,406	26.9%
Two or More Races	547	6.1%
International	1,785	19.9%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

4.8%

1,849 admitted from 38,631 applicants

Standardized Testing Policy

✓ Test Optional

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 740-770
Math: 770-800
Total: 1510-1570

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

34-35

Application Types Offered

EA ED I ED II RD

Application Requirements

—

Application Fee

$90

Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA only

Deadlines

EA:	11/03/2025
ED I:	11/03/2025
ED II:	01/05/2026
RD:	01/05/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

94.9%

4-Year Graduation Rate

86.4%

Freshman Retention Rate

99.0%

Student-Faculty Ratio

3.2:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

$89,355

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

Tuition: $67,446

Room & Board

$20,109

Books & Supplies

$1,800

Students Receiving Pell Grants

51%

Average Grant/Scholarship Aid

$27,979

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division

III

Conference

University Athletic Association

Men's Sports (8)

Baseball Basketball Football Soccer Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Wrestling

Women's Sports (8)

Basketball Lacrosse Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball

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Common questions about University of Chicago

What is University of Chicago's acceptance rate?

University of Chicago accepts 5% of applicants, from 38,631 applications.

How much does University of Chicago cost?

Tuition and fees are $67,446.

Does University of Chicago require SAT or ACT scores?

University of Chicago does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.

What ACT score do you need for University of Chicago?

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 34 and 35 on the ACT.

What is University of Chicago's graduation rate?

95% of students graduate within six years.